How many syllables in “slinking”?
syllables in "slinking"
Word details
Syllables
2
slin · king
Letters
8
s · l · i · n · k · i · n · g
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “slinking”
The word “slinking” contains 2 syllables, divided as slin · king. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "slinking" have?
"slinking" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "slinking" into syllables?
"slinking" is divided into syllables as: slin · king.
What is the Scrabble score for "slinking"?
The Scrabble score for "slinking" is 13 points.
Using “slinking” in writing
Two-syllable words like "slinking" (slin · king) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “slinking” is worth 13 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “slinking”
The letters in “slinking” can be rearranged to spell one other word: inklings.